Get Patio Makeover Inspiration From Stylist Emily Henderson

With patio season upon us, California-based stylist Emily Henderson couldn’t wait to tackle her 1926 English Tudor home’s back courtyard. “I have two toddlers and was desperate for an outdoor space for them to go wild in,” she says. Click through to see how Emily transformed her patio from top-to-bottom with a stylist’s eye.

The copper stool is meant to be indoor-only, but Emily couldn’t resist. “We haven’t left it in the rain yet, but I just love it out here so much so that is where it’s living for now. It’s the perfect accent to all the blue/taupe/black and blush,” she says.

The patterned cement tile (a splurge) is on full display on the stairs leading down to the backyard. “I had an opportunity do something stunning and while I was tempted to take the cheap way out, I was pushed by my team to go for it,” says Emily.

Having a spot to slice lemons and limes for summer cocktails was key, while flowers up the pretty even further. “For the flowers I did a combination of splurge-worthy peonies and some wildflowers and sweet peas,” says Emily.